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Thursday, 07 January 2010
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January Sewing Circle
January Sewing Circle
I was blessed by seeing so many of our ladies come out for our sewing circle on such a cold, cold, windy day.
It was warm in the church basement as well as in our hearts!
Here's a few close up shots at the ladies working on the quilt.
I think by next sewing we will finish up this quilt and be ready to put another one in the frame.
Here's Elizabeth with one of her great-granddaughters and a granddaughter.
They are making these cute warm stocking caps.
"Sew-and-tell"
Sue C. showing us a warm baby comfort she made.
Friends visiting while keeping their hands busy.
The friendships that are built are one of the many blessings of our sewing day.
Many thanks to Connie B. who is our President and keeps things running smoothly for the day.
Darlene finishing up the binding on a comfort that was knotted last month.
The ladies piecing quilt blocks churned out a total of 38 blocks. Wow!
We are making two small comforts out of them.
When I got home I layed them out on the floor along with the border fabric and Dorie Dear took right over of placing them where ever!
My future little seamstress!
This past Christmas time I did not make one single recipe of cookies or candy. Today I decided it was about time I stir up a batch of carmels that looked so good in a magizine article I had read from the library.
What attracted me to this recipe was the amount of pecans it called for. I just knew my man would love it!
Before I had a chance cut and wrap them Mark came in the kitchen.
I think they passed the test!
Yum, yum, just look how nutty they are!
Last but not least say a prayer for my Queena girl! She is so ready to have this little baby Mast but found out today from the doctor that her due date isn't until Jan. 24.
This evening I'm packing my bags and will be heading down to Virginia in the morning for our annual "Heatwole Gal's Sewing Retreat!"
Tuesday, 05 January 2010
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New Year in Michigan: Part 2
Part 2 of our
New Year's family time in Michigan
Many hands helping make the fresh fruit dish one morning.
Cheryl was in charge of planning our gift exchange this year. She suggested we each include a home-made card with the gift.
Here Alicia is opening up her's.
Mark had her name and asked if I'd help him out with the card.
I enjoyed making this mini 8"xl0" quilt.
I had Ethan's name so he got a little quilt also!
For the frame I dropped the feed dogs and free motioned the snow flakes.
One evening Chris had us all tapping our feet and grinning.
Every time Chris put the bow to the strings Max would softly laugh and laugh. We got the biggest kick out of just watching him.
He loved it!
Alicia's Christmas gift to all the children was a story she wrote with each one of them being a character in it.
At the stroke of mid-night I had my camera aimed on the gang ready to bring the New Year in.
I'd say the gals look a little more energetic then the guys.
We missed Ethan, Queena and Dorie so I'll close with a picture Holly took of Dorie when we got home.
She is on countdown for her new little brother or sister. Less then two weeks to go!
Monday, 04 January 2010
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New Year's in Michigan
We started our New Year's off in Michigan.
Last Monday our family met at a Cabin in Michigan for our Christmas get-together. Queena and Ethan were not able to make it due to her preg. Her due date is less then two weeks away.
One day most of us went out sledding. What fun!
These snow men were our welcoming committee.
They must of been built by the previous guest.
Grant getting Holly's help on top of Mr. Frosty.
Misty and Cheryl getting ready to head down the hill.
Tim and Shad ready for take off.
Looks like Grant has the best spot.
Timmy got the bright idea to jump over people as they came down the hill. Not sure if that was a very good idea.
Especially when he decided to jump over me!
Thumbs up! He made it and I survived major facial disfiguration!!!
Back in the cabin the guys are planning on some hunting strategy. They went out a couple times during the week.
Misty helping grandma with a pancake breakfast.
Summer trying to hear her grandpa's heart beat with her new Christmas toy.
Grandma helping Autumn and Amber jump on the bed!
Don't tell mommy!
I'll save the rest of my pictures for another post.
Sunday, 27 December 2009
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Christmas Fondue
A few Christmas Pictures:
Our adult children suddenly become kids when it's Christmas time.
We opened our gifts on Christmas Eve morning. That's been a tradition with us ever since the kids were little.
Ethan's, and Mom Yoder joined us for the day. We'll be celebrating with Israel's and Jeremy's over the New Year out in Michigan.
It was fun watching Dorie open her gift.
Her face says it all!
I made purses for my gals:
Dorie didn't want to pose so Queena is holding hers.
"They that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength. They shall mount up with wings as eagle. They shall run and not be weary. They shall walk and not faint."
Mom's favorite verse.
Getting ready for our yearly Christmas Fondue:
Chris and Holly deciding what sauces they want.
Each person pour little cups of their favorite sauces and then brings them to the table.
Ready to begin!!!
Holly, Queena and Ethan digging in.
We had three pots of oil. Three people to a pot. That works out really well.
At Christmas time there is always lots of games going on at our house. Especially with Ethan and Chris.
Alicia has such a special way with children.
While playing Ringgz we stopped to take a pose.
"Hey Mark, that's not fair. You are suppose to be looking at the camera instead of figuring out your next move!"
Not very often do I get a picture of these three together.
Mark, Chris and Tim, watching Sunday afternoon football. Steeler's againt Ravens.
John Hartley, this picture is for you!
They wish you were here with them.
Tuesday, 22 December 2009
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Christmas Week
I have been doing a horrible job of updating here on Xanga. I love reading everyone else's post so I must also do my part.
I just uploaded a bunch of pictures from my camera and we'll just see what we have.
Now who is Max anxiously waiting to see?
Max and Dorie. Now sharing toys can be tough.
I hate to admit it but I didn't take any pictures of our beautiful snow. Sunday with church called off we still found a way to get Ethan's, Mom Yoder here for Sunday dinner. Chris and Alicia made it home the day of the snowstorm as well as Timothy back from Rosedale.
Do I know this Man? Mark fetched our company in his 4-wheel drive truck.
Holly and Alicia
Here's a new game of RINGGZ I picked up at Ollies.
Chris and Jesse figuring out the rules for me.
I got my Christmas gift a little early from Mark. I simply love these saddle bar stools. They fit little behinds as well as big ones!
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About Me
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Love being wife to my man Mark. We have six children, Israel, Jeremy, Queena, Christopher, Holly and Timothy. Mother-in-law to Jessica, Cheryl and Ethan. Grandma to Shadrick, Misty, Grant, Summer, Autumn, Amber and Maxwell. I love the Lord with all ,my heart, soul mind and strength. Passion is Piecing Quilts.
